Tragic Fire Outbreak Claims Life Of Army Officer's One Year Old Boy.

The Territorial Police in Kawempe are investigating a tragic incident of arson that occurred on 1st August 2024, at approximately 11:00 PM, in Kaayi Zone, Nabweru Division, Wakiso District.

The incident took place at the home of Ikwaru Martin, a 28-year-old Army officer.

ASP Luke Owoyesigyire Deputy Public Relations Officer Kampala Metropolitan Police noted that, the fire resulted in the death of Onam Emmanuel, a one-year and two-month-old boy, who was the son of Ikwaru. Another child, Anorwoth Elizabeth, a three-year-old girl, sustained serious injuries and is currently receiving treatment at Kirudu Hospital.

According to Ikwaru Martin, he discovered the fire around 11:45 PM when he and his new wife stepped out to take a shower and noticed flames coming from the house.

 Upon rushing inside, he found his bedroom ablaze. Although he managed to rescue his children, Onam Emmanuel was tragically confirmed dead at the scene due to suspected suffocation and burns.

The Territorial Police in Kawempe, along with experts from the Fire Prevention and Rescue Services, responded promptly and successfully extinguished the fire. During the investigation, crime scene investigators recovered a matchbox and a small plastic container suspected to contain kerosene. These items have been submitted for forensic analysis.

As part of the ongoing investigation, the police have arrested one suspect, Adu Deborah, 25, the ex-wife of Ikwaru Martin, whom he separated from a week ago. She has been detained to aid in the inquiry.

''We strongly condemn any act of violence that leads to the death and injury of innocent individuals and are committed to thoroughly investigating this matter to determine the exact cause of the fire''. Said ASP Luke Owoyesigyire adding that 

 more details will be provided after investigations are complete.